Michael Maleinos, patrikios (tenth century)

Obverse

In the center, a bust of the Mother of God orans, the medallion of Christ before her. Inscription: μ̅θ̅: Μ(ήτηρ) Θ(εοῦ). Within concentric borders of dots, a circular inscription beginning with a cross at twelve o'clock:

θκεοηθειμιχηλ

Θ(εοτό)κε βοήθει Μιχαὴλ

Reverse

In the center, a bust of St. Nicholas holding the book and offering a blessing. Inscription: |ν|ικ|ο|λ : ὁ ἅ(γιος) Νικόλ(αος). Within concentric borders of dots, a circular inscription beginning with a cross at twelve o'clock: